How to find cheap flights to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
At the moment, $88 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Zadar Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to ZAD for $187.
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The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to find some excellent early bird deals on tickets to Zadar, where Zadar Airport is located.
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Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes usually cost less. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Zadar Airport.
Best time to go to Zadar
You can usually catch the cheapest flight to Zadar in May.
To find the cheapest month for flights to ZAD, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
August is the most popular month for flights to ZAD. It's the perfect time to see Zadar at its busiest and best.
The quietest time of the year to travel is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Zadar then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break your vacation, so consider the kind of conditions you prefer to travel in. Zadar is warmest in August, with averages of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 0ºC (32ºF) to 11ºC (52ºF).
Hoping for clearer skies? July is the driest month in Zadar, averaging four days of rain.
May has the wettest weather. You can expect around nine days of rainfall if you visit during this time.
Traveling to Zadar Airport (ZAD): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Zadar in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Zadar Airport with one of these major airlines:
If you want to jet off with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your ZAD plane ticket with Croatia Airlines. Up to 76% of its flights into this hub land according to schedule.
Once you arrive at ZAD, you'll be in the UTC+1 timezone.
Crawl into bed not long after your flight to ZAD. Book a room at any of these stays close to Zadar Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
Start your Zadar adventure sooner by collecting a car rental in ZAD. AVIA Rent, Surprice and Carwiz are popular providers to take your pick of here.
Flights departing from Zadar Airport complete their journey as scheduled 75% of the time. This measure reflects the airport's reliability when it comes to punctuality.
Zadar Airport is located in Zadar, Zadar County, Croatia.
Getting to central Zadar from Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The distance from ZAD to central Zadar is about 13 kilometers.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to ZAD, it'll take around 20 minutes to get to the center.
Zadar has you covered when it comes to a place to stay. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to add to your short list:
Zadar highlights
These popular sights should be on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Zadar:
Plitvice National Park Full Day Tour from Zadar: A memorable preview of the city's highlights, this landmark is around 0.16 kilometers south-west of the center.
Zadar City Walls: This will be another highlight of your trip. A memorable landmark, it's around 0.16 kilometers north-west of the center of Zadar.
How to get to Šibenik from Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Heading straight for Šibenik? From ZAD, it takes around 50 minutes to drive there. The city is about 72 kilometers from the airport.
Traveling from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Knin
Knin is another city that's easy to get to from Zadar Airport. It's around 64 kilometers away.
It takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so to drive to Knin.
Explore more of Croatia
Croatia has plenty more waiting for you. Venture on to Zagreb, located about 193 kilometers north of Zadar. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town are a few of its must-sees. Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) is the city's most convenient major airport.
Split is another top destination in Croatia and is roughly 105 kilometers south-east of Zadar. Hit some of the best spots right away at Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels. Split Airport (SPU) is the key arrival point for this city.
Make room for one more stop with Rijeka, which is roughly 153 kilometers north-west of Zadar. Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral are reasons to visit. You can get to this city by flying to Rijeka Airport (RJK).